Starbucks barista sues after customer became ballistic and ‘attacked him’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 1
Exclusive: Starbucks barista sues following wild melee with guest over ‘restrictive’ bathroom policy Exclusive: After Starbucks employee Aaron Gomez was attacked, the co-founder of the American Restroom Association is calling on the coffee giant to loosen its toilet policy The Independent UK · Sep 1
Disney Halloween merch has been resurrected early, so I've sorted the tricks from treats for you This year's Disney Halloween haul has arrived, and it's a particularly good one GamesRadar · Sep 1
Starbucks is discontinuing a blending powder for drinks after particles went ‘airborne’ and left baristas coughing and falling ill The coffee chain said it will no longer use the product as it transitions from its summer to fall menu. Fortune · Sep 1
‘Revenge of the Rust belt’: Starbucks film-maker on Baristas vs Billionaires Director Mark Mori followed coffee chain workers’ struggle to unionize: ‘These young kids are so inspirational’ The Guardian - US · Aug 31
Businesses have lost the trust of a generation A colleague told me, half-terrified, that her son's becoming a full-blown socialist. Our kids have been taking notes on the new (broken) social contract. Fortune · Aug 31
Blue Tokai: India's small home roaster that brewed a multi-thousand-crore café business Blue Tokai began with a 500-gram roaster in a Delhi home and grew into a multi-format coffee business spanning cafés, packaged beans, subscriptions and bakery. With Temasek and ChrysCapital eyeing a major stake, its improving profitability and expansion capture India’s premium café market shifting from store-led growth to profitable scale. The Economic Times · Aug 31
From Nike to Starbucks, some American brands are losing aura in China Global companies once relied on China for consistent growth and expansion. Economic challenges and strong local competitors now impact foreign brands significantly. Brands like Nike and Starbucks are losing market share to domestic rivals. However, some companies succeed by adapting to local tastes and preferences. Success in China now depends… The Economic Times · Aug 28
Starbucks Removes Drink Powder that Baristas Say Was Making Them Sick Workers have reported headaches, coughing, sneezing, sore throats and hives after using the powder. Their union says the company has not addressed the health risks of inhalation. Capital & Main · Aug 27
107 Examples Of Horrible People That Might Make Your Blood Boil If you leave a person in a bubble of constant privilege for too long, the normal boundaries the rest of us live by start to disappear. It doesn’t take long then for entitlement to take control. There is always that one neighbor who ignores your parking space, or a family… Bored Panda · Aug 27
Kim Kardashian’s kid wants to work at Starbucks. What a breath of fresh air North West has revealed her sensible intention to get a ‘regular’ job. It could be character-building – unless the venti-sized privilege she was born with holds her back, writes Polly Hudson The Guardian - UK · Aug 27
I tried 11 coffees from Counter Culture, the accessible small-batch roaster converting coffee slobs to snobs I’ll never go back to Starbucks after trying this speciality brand. Level up your morning coffee with well-made beans and the right roast for you The Guardian - US · Aug 26
Dutch Bros customer compares $7 no-ice drink against regular iced order: ‘they charged me more for this’ 'Turns out, ice takes up space' We Got This Covered · Aug 26
'Bored Rich Kids': North West's Dream of a 'Regular Job' at Starbucks Divides the Internet North West, daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, expressed a desire to work at Starbucks, sparking online debate about celebrity privilege and the pursuit of normalcy. International Business Times UK · Aug 25
Cinemablend · Aug 25 I Think Martha Stewart’s Belmont Cameli Zing Is Perfect, But There's A Wrinkle To The Starbucks Ad Wait, it gets better.
Barchart · Aug 25 Starbucks Is Cutting Another 200+ Jobs as Restructuring Continues. The Turnaround Is Still on Track. Starbucks is cutting more than 200 additional corporate jobs as part of its ongoing restructuring, even as the company posts improving comparable-store sales and progresses on its turnaround plan.
The Independent UK · Aug 25 North West says she’s ready for a ‘regular job’ next year after canceling tour IN FULL
The Independent UK · Aug 25 North West, 13, reveals she wants to work at Starbucks next year: ‘I want to have a regular job’ It comes after the teen canceled her 14-date headlining tour earlier this month
Evening Standard · Aug 25 Kim Kardashian’s daughter North West wants to get a ‘regular job’ at Starbucks The 13-year-old is already developing a music career and released her debut EP in May.
Barchart · Aug 25 Dear Starbucks Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for August 25 Starbucks stock fans have a big date ahead. Aug. 25 brings Pumpkin Spice season back, and it lands right as SBUX momentum builds.
The Economic Times · Aug 25 Starbucks Fall Menu 2026: Pumpkin Spice Latte returns with new drinks, food and PSL merchandise Starbucks has unveiled its highly anticipated 2026 fall menu, featuring the return of the beloved Pumpkin Spice Latte. Among the new offerings are unique pumpkin, banana bread, and cider drinks. Additionally, customers can enjoy the Chicken Bacon Protein Pocket and Hedgehog Cake Pop. Returning favorites include the delightful Pumpkin Cream…
Evening Standard · Aug 25 Which high street coffee contains the most caffeine? Study shows ‘wild’ difference between Starbucks and Costa A cappuccino from Costa said to contain as much caffeine as four cans of Red Bull
International Business Times UK · Aug 25 Kim Kardashian's Daughter North West, 13, Wants a 'Regular Job' at Starbucks North West, daughter of Kim Kardashian, aspires to work at Starbucks despite her budding music career. At 13, she faces age restrictions but remains determined to pursue her passions.
International Business Times UK · Aug 25 Starbucks Gave Seattle Workers a Choice: Move to Nashville or Lose Their Jobs — 120 Declined, 200+ Laid Off Starbucks is laying off 224 employees in Seattle, with 120 declining a relocation to Nashville due to a pay cut. The remaining 104, involved in coffeehouse design, were cut after a leadership change.
BANG Premier · Aug 25 North West reveals surprisingly 'regular' job she wants to start next year North West isn't giving up on music, but she is eyeing up a more "regular" job to keep her busy.